Activity 15
Watch, Notice, Discuss
10–15 minutesDiscussion & reflectionWhole groupSmall groupsIn personVirtualHybrid
What is this activity?
Learn from observation before introducing a framework.
Preparation
Select a short video clip or live demonstration showing the target skill.
How to run it
- 1Show the example without explaining the principle.
- 2Ask everyone to note what they observed.
- 3Discuss effective and ineffective behaviours.
- 4Reveal the underlying concept.
- 5Name one technique to practise.
Example in Action
You're teaching people how to handle difficult conversations. Play a short video showing a manager giving feedback to an employee. Before introducing any theory, ask participants what they noticed about the manager's words, tone and body language. Discuss the observations, then introduce a relevant communication technique.
Make it your own
Adapt the topic, scenario or materials to suit your audience.
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